Social Services Director Float

Signature HealthCARE, LLC•Memphis, TN

About The Position

The Social Services Director Float identifies and provides for residents’ social, emotional, and psychological needs, supports the continuing development of each resident’s full potential during their stay, and assists with discharge planning. The role completes required social services assessments and documentation, helps residents and families address social and emotional issues, and participates in resident care planning. The position requires long-term care experience and up to 100% travel, including by air and/or car.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in social work, regardless of facility bed size.
Long-term care experience is required.
Up to 100% travel, including flying and/or driving.

Nice To Haves

One year of supervised social work experience in a health care setting working directly with individuals is preferred.

Responsibilities

Complete the Social Services portion of the MDS, Resident Assessment Protocols, Resident Care Plan, Progress Notes, Social Services Assessment, and other required forms accurately and on time, in accordance with regulations and facility policies.
Assist residents and families with social, emotional, and family issues.
Participate in resident care planning by identifying residents’ social and emotional needs in accordance with the medical assessment.
Maintain progress notes for each resident as required by company policy and state and federal regulations, documenting responses to the treatment plan and adjustment to facility life.
Identify and provide for residents’ social, emotional, and psychological needs and support their continued development during their stay.
Assist with planning for residents’ discharge.